Chef Marc in Santa Cruz | Cooking Classes, Private Chefs, Team Building & More

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20 Aug 2022

He seemed distracted. I think he was dealing with his own restaurant issues at same time. Wasn’t engaging with our group at all. Didn’t seem to care how we were doing. Should have put each step in the chat box since some of us had different stoves with varying temperatures. Disappeared at times and I just felt in the end, we could have done this without him if he sent the recipe ahead of time. Wasn’t the experience I think we all anticipated.

Karen

11 Aug 2022

It was a fantastic experience! Chef Mark made our daughter's birthday so special and went above and beyond to make the experience so much fun and interesting. I would highly recommend Chef Marc and the expertise he brings to the party!

Andrea Karsh

03 Aug 2022

Recipe was outstanding! A bit more enthusiasm and energy by the chef would have made the experience better.

Namitha

26 Jul 2022

Had so much fun and was so helpful!

Joan

19 Jul 2022

It couldn’t have gone better. Chef was incredibly engaging and patient. And the risotto was a masterpiece. Great experience!

Shannon

10 Jul 2022

The class was simple and easy to follow along. We loved the red sundried tomatoe pesto.

Sharon

30 Jun 2022

Chef Marc was very patient and a lot of fun to bake with! I highly recommend him!

Kali

09 Jun 2022

Fun session! Marc was very knowledgeable about the recipe and offered some alternatives for next time. Some parts were a little confusing because they differed so much from the recipe printed in advance, but it was all pretty easy. we appreciated not needing to be on camera.

Amanda

05 Jun 2022

Chef Marc was wonderful! Definitely want to try another class!

Orion

03 Jun 2022

Very efficient and simple instructions.

Shahntay

28 May 2022

I will be back for more classes with Chef Marc! I love this class, and it was not too fast. I was able to learn a new recipe.

Evan

08 May 2022

Chef Marc was great! We very much enjoyed the class and the empanadas were delicious. Highly recommend.

Heather

25 Apr 2022

Chef Marc did a great job with our group. He was very personable and made the class fun overall. Even though many of us rarely cook, he made it easy by explaining every step well, answering a lot of questions and giving us time to complete the step before moving on (even cracking a few jokes as he waited). The meal turned out fantastic. I would recommend this class and will definitely sign up for another class of Chef Marc's again.

Steve

22 Apr 2022

Chef Marc was great and so were the recipes!

Erin White

15 Apr 2022

Great class!

Greta O'Brien

14 Apr 2022

Great class! Chef Marc was super knowledgeable and a great instructor!

Dana Kirchner

27 Mar 2022

Marc took the time to make sure we understood the steps in the recipes and described the look of our process of cooking. It was special that he was teaching us from Barcelona at 12:15 AM his time. Delicious meal.

Erica

25 Mar 2022

Chef Marc is very friendly! He is great at walking the group through the recipe and answering any questions!

Kathleen

24 Mar 2022

Chef Marc was very patient and thorough in answering all our questions. Thanks for a great experience.

Bill

12 Mar 2022

Would have been better if screen wasn’t shared by participants. A little too much silent time. Would have been nice to give a little history during the demonstration.

jennifer

12 Mar 2022

We enjoyed our experience?

Tracy

07 Mar 2022

Marc was excellent. The written instructions were not clear. It made it difficult to be prepared.

Julia

01 Mar 2022

Thanks, Chef Mark!

Lisa

28 Feb 2022

Compared to other chefs we’ve tried, this was a disappointment. He was frequently distracted and talking to people off camera. He was all business and never took the time to even tell us anything about himself. He knew this was a birthday party among sisters but never mentioned it. I had told him before the class that I was especially interested in learning how to make the dough; however, an hour before class began, he messaged that he wanted us to make the dough ahead of time. Turns out he had another class starting 90 min after our class started so everything was rushed.

Jessica

27 Feb 2022

I enjoyed this class a lot. Chef Marc did a good job of explaining things and answering questions. Looking forward to taking another class with him.

Randi Smith

23 Feb 2022

Chef Marc was kind of busy doing other things, and it wasn’t his best class. He was in his restaurant kitchen, but his attention was constantly on something they were doing there, even though he told us the restaurant was closed. We did not have a chance to get to know him. Also, he did not have a good camera setup, we could hardly see his workstation, and no camera overhead to get a good view. Also, he seemed reluctant to show us a finished empanada, saying they were still in the oven. He did take one out before it was done, to show us, after we asked.

Judy Mills

23 Feb 2022

Chef Marc was very distracted. Other people were coming in and out of what looked like a restaurant kitchen. We had to ask questions to continue with our vague instructions. He obviously wanted to end our class. We even had to ASK to see the finished product (empanadas). My 3 sisters and I were all disappointed as we have had 2 other good experiences with Cozymeal in the past 4 months.

Michelle

20 Feb 2022

Great meal! Chef Marc was helpful, patient, and informative! Thank you

Kathie

20 Feb 2022

Fun! Make sure you do the prep work ahead because these classs go quickly!

jennifer

20 Feb 2022

Loved the class recipe was delicious.

Sheryl

19 Feb 2022

helpful and patient and our meal was fabulous!

Holly

19 Feb 2022

We were prepped ahead of time. Class was well-paced and Chef checked in repeatedly throughout to make sure everyone was OK and/or for questions.

Samantha

18 Feb 2022

Chef Marc was great. The pesto was awesome! Our focaccia came out really dense so we didn't love that, but we can probably attribute that to s user error!

Laurie

16 Feb 2022

Chef Marc was personable and he also provided alternatives to the meal we made. I found his classroom management to be good as he was able to manage those who were ahead, and those who hadn't prepped ahead of time and were a bit behind his teaching.

Annette

15 Feb 2022

Chef Marc's instructions were very clear. The dinner was delicious!

Richard

14 Feb 2022

It was a delightful experience with Chef Marc. His guidance was spot on and helped us create a wonderful dinner. Chef Marc was also very personable in his approach and made it feel like we were cooking with a good friend in our own kitchen. Thanks, Chef Marc!

Gina

14 Feb 2022

He started the class late. I expected the chef to be on camera but, he never showed his face or any of the food being prepared! A bit disappointed for the price I paid.

Kimberly

13 Feb 2022

We enjoyed the Focaccia class with Chef Marc. Now that I have the base knowledge, I can take it from there. Good class.

Julia

12 Feb 2022

Marc didn’t rush, explained why we were doing things, and gave us plenty of time to ask questions.

Elana & Bill

12 Feb 2022

Had a great time at the class tonight! This was our second class with Chef Marc, and we found his instruction and support helpful (and the meal was delicious!).

Jayna Greenfield

10 Feb 2022

Chef Marc was great! He walked us through the recipe step by step and answered any questions that came up! The food was amazing!

Lisa Price

08 Feb 2022

We had a great time!! Thank you so much Chef Marc. You were so skillful at helping us all make the recipes. The timing of everything was perfect. You were fun to talk with and you also let us chat with each other. Thank you so much!

Lorrie Innocenti

08 Feb 2022

Enjoyed doing recipes with friends and family.

Marian Bensema

06 Feb 2022

The whole experience was awesome. The instructions were clear, the zoom with friends and family was fun and the food was delicious. Chef Marc did a great job explaining the process and answering questions. I would definitely do this again.

Cindy & Jenna

06 Feb 2022

Chef Marc was patient and relaxed as he led us all along to prepare a delicious risotto and panna cotta. Looking forward to dinner tonight!

Nancy

05 Feb 2022

We enjoyed the Italian Sausage Risotto and Panacotta. Flavorful, and relatively easy to prepare. Chef Marc explained each step well. We were able to watch the preparations on the video.

Alden

02 Feb 2022

We signed up for our recent Cooking With Bourbon class to do as a family activity after having a great experience with our previous CozyMeal class. Unfortunately we were very disappointed in this class and ended up leaving 20 minutes in. The instructor did not explain any part of the directions, did not have good connection/view of what he was doing, and did not even try to get to know any of the class members. We consider ourselves to be pretty good in the kitchen and could not follow along with this class. This was super disappointing especially since we had had such a great experience with our previous class (chef Roxy), but now are hesitant to sign up for future Cozymeal classes.

Erica

30 Jan 2022

We had a great time in Chef Marc's "Empanadas Two Ways" cooking class. Chef Marc was very helpful in creating an interactive experience to easily explain the recipe and steps required to make the desired end product. The food was delicious too!

Doug

30 Jan 2022

Thanks for a great cooking class!

Scott

30 Jan 2022

This was our third online class, 2nd with cozymeal and was the worst of the three. The recipe was good, but the level of attention from Chef Marc was not what we hoped for or experienced with the last classes. I truly felt he was cooking a different dish for someone else and checked in with us occasionally. Typically, throughout the cooking experience we learned a new technique or something about the Chef. He was clearly in a hurry and doing something else so he didn't spend much time on background or explanations. He asked everyone to mute their microphones but when one person didn't he never insisted on it which was extremely distracting. The class started 15 minutes late. I think he has the ability to do a good online class...he just needs to give it his full attention. I would book with cozymeal again, but would think hard before booking with him.

Nancy

29 Jan 2022

We enjoyed our experience. Looking forward to the next one. Recipes were easy to follow and very tasty.

Joe

29 Jan 2022

Marc was a good host, the video quality and lag time left some to be desired as it was real easy to miss the steps.

Karen

23 Jan 2022

Chef Marc did a great job! Really enjoyed my first experience with an online cooking class. The recipes were easy to follow and very tasty!

Amy

22 Jan 2022

Chef Marc was great! So appreciative of his time and teaching. He did great with our birthday crew! Our dinner was delicious and restaurant quality! Thank you Chef!

Pam

22 Jan 2022

Hour long class. He gave some tips during the session I had not known, so that was helpful. Very open to all questions. Great chef!

HILARY

21 Jan 2022

My husband and I very much enjoyed Marc's empanadas class! Easy to follow along and the end results were delicious! Wish I could post a photo. :)

Elaine

20 Jan 2022

Enjoyed my first experience

Joy

19 Jan 2022

Greatly enjoyed this class.

Christine

16 Jan 2022

We had such a great time following along with Chef Marc as we made Risotto and Panna Cotta - we were scraping the pan at the end because we didn't want to miss one drop. Talk about delicious!!!! He made risotto seem a lot less daunting - will definitely be booking with him again.

Meghan

10 Jan 2022

The How to Cook with Bourbon 101 class is absolutely amazing. We had such a fun time and can't believe how much we were able to get done during the class. Chef Marc is a great teacher and kept class fun and educational!

Arianna

10 Jan 2022

I had a very good time. I would definitely take another class again.

Tami

09 Jan 2022

Connectivity issues were the only disappointing part of the experience. Mine dishes didn’t look the same as Chef Marc but they tasted great!

Amy

09 Jan 2022

This was very rushed, and the instructions were really lacking. The ingredients list sent prior to the class was not clear, and the chef did not use the same ingredients / quantities as us. Overall, we would not recommend taking this class.

Annette

08 Jan 2022

Chef Marc did a great job and made sure everyone had a fun class. Made empanadas very easy to make.

Heidi

08 Jan 2022

Marc hosted a lovely evening and provided a very educational experience for our team. The food was delicious!

Nicholle

03 Jan 2022

Thank you!

Liz

02 Jan 2022

Chef Marc was great! We had SO much fun and are so happy we signed up!!

Heather

30 Dec 2021

Chef Marc was great. He was patient and answered all my questions.

Kathleen

30 Dec 2021

We thoroughly enjoyed cooking with Mark

Laura

30 Dec 2021

Fabulous experience! We had such fun and learned a lot. The empanadas are DELISH!

Rachael

28 Dec 2021

This was a rather expensive class for the quality. The instructor called in late and filmed on a phone. The video and sound quality were poor. It was only an hour long. We spent just as much time doing prep work as the work we did during the call. This was quite a bit more expensive than a class with sur la table and no where near the quality.

Russell

27 Dec 2021

Marc was great. Super nice and enjoyable.

Sue

26 Dec 2021

Took an online empanadas class with Marc, and while at the end of it we were glad we experienced this, we didn't totally love the class. 1) The biggest challenge was how it felt so rushed by the chef, as it sounded like he had another class to teach right after ours. We were stressed and I can sense that others were also stressed and missing the instructions from Marc. 2) online class was too big with total 17 different families/couples/friends calling in, so obviously no time to properly introduce anybody including the chef himself. 3) Overall, we felt the class itself added little value to the recipes provided. It would've been great if the chef could spend the first 5 minutes introducing himself, about the dish in historical/cultural contexts etc but he rushed into ingredient list and the instruction so it felt as if he was running a commercial kitchen where we were his sous chefs. Not exactly what I was hoping for. 4) last point is perhaps more personal, but while the empanadas turned out well they were a tiny bit bland to our taste.

Nicolette

26 Dec 2021

Fun class that I did with my family. Easy to follow and tasty results!

Jayne

18 Dec 2021

Awesome class! Chef Marc is engaging and informative! Thanks so much for a fun class!

Chris Hawk

13 Dec 2021

Internet on his side was spotty so that made it difficult to hear the instructions. Felt a little rushed because the session started late. Dough was the best I have ever made and the empanadas turned out fantastic.

Don Jantzen

13 Dec 2021

Definitely 5 Stars

Susan

29 Nov 2021

Some technical difficulties hindered our experience. We could never get the zoom link to work on our iPad.this was a multigenerational gift experience for my 86 year old mother. We had fun, despite the problems. Cooking time for chicken needed to be more precise. It came out dry. Dessert was excellent. Potatoes were pretty good.

Karen

19 Nov 2021

Chef Marc was great! We had so much fun and he really made our cooking experience special.

Dianne

13 Nov 2021

Thank you Chef Marc for a great class! The risotto was most delicious , full of flavors! I can not wait to enjoy the panna cotta, maybe with some fresh raspberries! You made both dishes easy and fun to prepare and I am looking forward to another class taught by you. Bon appetito!

Mecarshia

13 Nov 2021

Fun class! The chicken was delicious!

Carmen

13 Nov 2021

Chef Marc was great! He made sure we had all of our ingredients, gave clear instructions, checked in to make sure we were doing ok and if we had any questions along the way. We had fun talking about Barcelona and his cooking experience. The recipes were easy to follow and the dishes were delicious! It was a great virtual cooking experience!

Lawrence

31 Oct 2021

Chef Marc was amazing! It was a wonderful class and we thoroughly enjoyed the recipes, the experience, and time spent with him. I will definitely take another class with Chef Marc!

Hannah

26 Sep 2021

Chef Marc was wonderful! Extremely kind, patient, and easy to follow. Highly recommended! And the focaccia turned out excellent!

Nancy

25 Sep 2021

This was a great class! Thank you for a wonderful experience!

Lindsay

19 Aug 2021

Chef Marc is fantastic. He has great pacing, is very clear in his directions, and I really like the fact that he's able to adjust things on the fly if needed. His classes are very relaxed and really make it fun to cook

Leigh

12 Aug 2021

Wonderful class. I will do it again with my friends! Thank you Chef Marc. My husband and daughter ate every bite.

Jenna

01 Aug 2021

What a great way to start my online cooking class journey. This was my very first time taking a cooking class ever and my first online class and it was great! I think I will now forever more be addicted. My family really enjoyed eating the empanadas that I learned to make with Chef Marc, especially the spinach and cheese ones - the best!

Michelle

25 Jul 2021

So much fun and Marc was so personable! Made my daughter and I so comfortable. The risotto was AMAZING!!! I would recommend taking his class to anyone looking to learn a new recipe and have a good time without any pressure.

Brian

24 Jul 2021

Messaged Chef for a recording because I couldn't make it; didn't receive a reply.

Brennan

12 Jul 2021

Thanks, Chef Marc, for the class. We enjoyed our experience thoroughly. You were clear with your instructions, patient, knowledgeable about your dish, and moved through the course at a good pace. Thanks and we would be willing to do this again!

Joan

09 Jul 2021

Chef Marc is terrific! He makes recipes look simple, shares great secrets - the "why you should do this" so you understand the reason behind the method. And, the evening was a nice balance of interaction and knowledge sharing among the attendees and Chef Marc. Not to mention that the food was amazing!

Jessica

07 Jul 2021

Chef Marc taught such an engaging, helpful, and informative lesson! I learned a lot of general techniques and tackled making and rolling out dough, which always intimidates me. My empanadas did not look nearly as beautiful as Chef Marc’s, but they are DELICIOUS. My boyfriend ate 10 of them in a row.

Jennifer

25 Jun 2021

Chef Marc was very engaging and helped make our team building event a very tasty success!

Lauren

24 Jun 2021

Chef Marc was awesome!! Very thorough and personable :) thanks so much!

Jamaica

22 Jun 2021

Marc is great chef and an instructor. It's easy to follow his instruction with step by step direction.

Nasya

22 Jun 2021

Chef Marc made the experience fun, he was patient, positive and a great teacher to learn from. He has a very nice smile :)

Nikki

20 Jun 2021

We had so much fun! Marc was a great host and we learned a lot!

Susan Farris

15 Jun 2021

It was such fun. I’ve eaten them but never made them

Kate & Bill

14 Jun 2021

Great time with Chef Marc.

Lauren

13 Jun 2021

Marc was great, we have a loud bunch and he was attentive and making sure we all had time to follow the steps. Would do this again for sure!

Annette

11 Jun 2021

Wonderful choice for the cooking dish(es). It was simple but not easy. It was great guidance to prep everything ahead of the class. End product tasted GREAT. Chef Marc's pace was a little too quick at times and he used smaller portions which skewed the on-screen example during mixing.

Rani

06 Jun 2021

Personable and great authentic recipes!

Kia

06 Jun 2021

Awesome!

Jami

04 Jun 2021

N/A

Jennifer

04 Jun 2021

Chef Marc was absolutely excellent!! He was so patient with our group and him staying up until 2:30 a.m. (Barcelona time) to work with us was amazing. He had great energy and his recipes were delicious. Thanks again Chef Marc we had a wonderful time!!

Tom

31 May 2021

Chef Marc was very easy to follow and the food we made was delicious!

Erica

24 May 2021

You did a great job - it was a fun experience! Thank you!

Tracy

24 May 2021

Excellent meal.

Denise

22 May 2021

Fabulous experience with Chef Marc from start to finish. Instructions were simple and food was delicious. We had a great time!!!

ROBERT

20 May 2021

It was a fun experience! So glad our kids gave this to us as a gift. Chef Marc was a very good teacher!!!

Kathryn

20 May 2021

Chef Marc was absolutely wonderful! He was quick to answer questions and very helpful with individual issues. I would absolutely take another class from him, and the people that I had invited contacted me afterwards to say the same!

Kristien

16 May 2021

The class was great, organized and paced well. We had people from Europe and the US on the call and chef Marc was very flexible in providing the info such as temperature and measures for both groups. We had fun and the food tasted great

Matt

16 May 2021

Chef Marc was phenomenal. Very relaxed, very informative and very flexible. We made delicious food, and had a great start to our weekend. Highly recommend.

Fara

10 May 2021

Great recipes and very well timed class!

Amanda

03 May 2021

Chef Marc was engaged and energetic. Great class!

Amy

02 May 2021

Chef Marc is awesome! Class is well paced and recipes are incredibly delicious but simple enough that we will make again for sure. Can’t wait to do another class with him!

John

30 Apr 2021

What a fantastic experience!

A. Grice

26 Apr 2021

Chef Mark is excellent! He explains everything. His classes are perfect not too slow and not too fast - 5*s

Tammy

25 Apr 2021

Excellent Class with Chef Marc. Delicious!

Stacey

22 Apr 2021

We had such a great time with Chef Marc! He was so much fun and kept us engaged as we learned to cook delicious empanadas! He provided variations to the recipes to accommodate our varied food needs. His teaching style is so easy and inclusive. Our team really appreciated his knowledge and history of the dish we were learning to cook. I would recommend Chef Marc to anyone or group!

Kate

22 Apr 2021

I enjoyed it very much. The instructions were clear and easy to follow.

Cayla

21 Apr 2021

Chef Mark was great. He was friendly, patient, amenable to dietary needs, and offered lots of fun cultural tidbits as well. Overall, he was very knowledgeable and the class was fun. Would recommend.

Vicki Papasadero

21 Apr 2021

Thank you for the class they turned out great. Vicki

Elizabeth

19 Apr 2021

Was such a fun class. Chef Marc made it easy and everything turned out great. Can't wait to do it again.

Ellen

19 Apr 2021

A good experience. Somewhat confusing at times but more from the team than from Marc. Food was good.

Mimi

18 Apr 2021

Very good food

Cedric

18 Apr 2021

First time and was very pleased with the lesson.

dedlund

17 Apr 2021

Fun class, easy recipe to follow and delicious dinner.

Bethany

17 Apr 2021

This is such a great class. The food is delicious and the pace is really manageable. You don’t have to scramble or rush. Thank you Marc!

Jana

17 Apr 2021

Chef Marc was fabulous!! I do not consider myself a cook but he made it easy and fun and the dish was delicious and definitely something I would make again.

Brenda

15 Apr 2021

Chef Marc did a fantastic job pacing with the group and answering A LOT of questions! The team had a great time and the food was delicious!

Jason

15 Apr 2021

Fun session and delicious result!

Larry

14 Apr 2021

Well done and love the class!

Larry

14 Apr 2021

Great cooking session. Love the rissotto...can;t wait to make it again.

Linda

14 Apr 2021

Really enjoyed the cooking event with Chef Marc. He flexed the pace with our team and added plenty of humor and great cooking tips and information.

Yevette

12 Apr 2021

Chef Marc was great to work with. He was very thorough and answered all questions asked. I hope to take another class with him one day.

Mizaan

12 Apr 2021

Chef Marc was great! He was very clear with each step of the recipe and was very helpful throughout the class. Definitely would recommend this class to others.

Dominique

11 Apr 2021

Marc was great at responding to questions and VERY organized. With his help you can make an incredible meal! Highly recommend!

Ali

10 Apr 2021

Such fun! Thank you :)

Clay

09 Apr 2021

Chef Marc did a terrific job, answering questions throughout the session, looking at each student's progress and giving direct feedback, and even providing tips to fix student mistakes along the way so that everyone had a fun and successful experience. I would definitely recommend these classes to a friend.

Sara

31 Mar 2021

The empanadas class was really great! Clear instructions and very personable Chef. This was my first participatory online class and i will definitely be doing more. Hopefully with Chef Marc. My daughter, who lives in another city, was also a participant and this was a perfect way to spend .the afternoon together.

Cait

29 Mar 2021

Great time! Loved my whole meal and my cake turned out wonderful.

Steve

28 Mar 2021

Great instructions and risotto was amazing!

A

28 Mar 2021

I took bourbon 101. Chef Marc communicates well by email and sends class reminders. Chef Marc made it very easy to follow along and gave excellent cooking tips to apply to future meals. My meal was ready by the time class was over. It was the best meal I’ve ever made and the flavors paired so well, you could not taste the bourbon. My children loved the meal and helping with this creation. I recommend Chef Marc and plan to take another class with him.

Melanie Bowers

27 Mar 2021

Had good personality and directions were good

Henry

27 Mar 2021

Chef Marc was very fun, personable, patient, and knowledgeable. Our class started on time and did not feel rushed. My wife and I throughly enjoyed his Cooking with Bourbon 101 class. We are already looking forward to our next class with him.

Jamie

27 Mar 2021

Awesome class, easy to follow and learned a lot.

Jim

27 Mar 2021

Everything was great

Lee

25 Mar 2021

It was awesome fun and creative. Chef Marc gave a great ,fun cooking experience. I would do it again.

Kris

25 Mar 2021

I'm an idiot with time zones so we missed the class and I let chef know. He was SO nice about it and since I had made the recipes he offered feedback based on my experience. So great. The recipes alone without the instruction were great ....really. You won't regret it.

Scott

25 Mar 2021

Delicious and fun! Thanks Chef Marc!

Chris

24 Mar 2021

This was our second class with Chef Marc and they keep getting better!

Ashlyn

23 Mar 2021

I really enjoyed his class. If was very relaxed and informative.

Bruce

23 Mar 2021

My wife and I both enjoyed our class with Marc.

Lisa

22 Mar 2021

Chef Marc did a great job teaching us both technique and history of the dishes. I would highly recommend his class.

Mom

20 Mar 2021

Very good experience. Clear instructions and very willing to give us a chance to visit during and after the class

Tamara

20 Mar 2021

Chef Marc and his wife were excellent. 5 stars ?

Sumit

19 Mar 2021

The instructions were clear and easy to follow. Marc was superb!

Tasneem

18 Mar 2021

So much fun! This was the best! Did this class as a work bonding and it was the best time!

Joan

16 Mar 2021

Fun class! Chef Marc was informative, helpful and patient. Empanadas were amazing!

Cristina

15 Mar 2021

Chef Marc did a fantastic job all around. He sent an email prior to the class to make sure we had our ingredients pre-measured and ready to go. That made the class so relaxed and enjoyable, not having to scramble to chop, measure, or prepare anything. He explained everything clearly with a good tempo--not too fast or slow. The risotto and panna cotta were delicious. I look forward to taking another class with Chef Marc.

Karen

15 Mar 2021

By far our favorite Cozy Meal class yet. Chef Marc was fun, the pace of class was perfect and the duck and onion soup were outstanding! We'll definitely sign up for another class with Chef Marc in the future.

Allison

15 Mar 2021

Chef Marc was knowledgeable, did not rush, and kindly answered all our questions. It was a great class!

Lynn

15 Mar 2021

Marc is a great instructor. This was our second class with him and we really enjoyed it.

J

14 Mar 2021

Chef marc was superb. He was very patient with a very diverse team (regarding culinary skills). He demonstrated great professional skills, vast knowledge and provided excellent alternatives to the ingredients (as necessary).

Rylan

14 Mar 2021

The best risotto I've ever had

Stephen

13 Mar 2021

Marc was great and the meal was fabulous. Will definitely do this again

Lauren

10 Mar 2021

Chef Marc's class - a date night in Paris - was a perfect Valentine's date. We have tried several methods to cook duck, and found his was the crispiest and juciest method we've used. Highly recommend!

Shannon

10 Mar 2021

Chef did a great job guiding the class through the recipes. Delicious and fun!

Alyssa

07 Mar 2021

Chef Marc was great! Our bourbon chicken and lava cake turned out amazing! He does go through instructions/steps quickly, but he leaves time for questions if you have them. I appreciated that he wanted us to measure out ingredients beforehand because that was very helpful. Would recommend taking a class with him!

Mandy

07 Mar 2021

Amazing meal and experience. Thank you!

Katherine

07 Mar 2021

A group of parents from my daughters’ school joined me for a private cooking class with Chef Marc. Not only was the food delicious, Chef Marc was engaging and taught us tips authentic to his native Barcelona. Coming to us live from Spain (midnight his time no less!), Chef Marc took us through each recipe from start to plating. Even emailed gluten free substitutions ahead of time to one of my guests. The sangria and shrimp were my favorites. I highly recommend this class and CozyMeal in general.

Paula

06 Mar 2021

Wonderful experience- I can’t wait to take another of his classes.

Christine

06 Mar 2021

This class was great. The pace was perfect and Marc was very detailed and helpful. And my empanadas came out delicious. Thanks!

J

06 Mar 2021

What a great class. Chef Marc had great recipes, was very patient and guided us through making a foolproof dough and two tasty fillings. One feature I appreciated was that he concentrated on teaching techniques and not producing quantity, but quality. Well worth the time spent with Chef Marc. Highly recommended if you want to learn how to make empanadas.

Cassandra

06 Mar 2021

This class with Chef Marc was wonderful! He is so personable and keeps everything so fun and easygoing. He also made the whole process feel easy. We will most definitely be doing another class with Chef Marc in the future!

Dan

06 Mar 2021

What a fun experience!!! Great instructions - both for the prep work before and then during the session.

Kimberly

01 Mar 2021

We had a WONDERFUL afternoon making empanadas with our family from all over California! Marc made it easy and fun!

Mom

01 Mar 2021

Chef Marc was terrific! He was very clear explaining how to make the recipes and encouraged questions. I loved that he engaged all of us by asking some fun questions. My family got to be together for a delicious meal even though we were 3,000 miles apart - first time since the start of Coronavirus. I highly recommend his class!

Matt

01 Mar 2021

What a great class! Chef Marc made it super easy for us and the food was incredible!

Emily

28 Feb 2021

Delicious! Marc was a great teacher.

Santi

28 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was very easy going and knowledgeable. We enjoyed the experience very much and will be booking another class soon.

Kristy

28 Feb 2021

Excellent class. Very helpful and interactive. Answer all the questions that people had. Chef explained other class that he taught which I will definitely sign up for.

Susan

28 Feb 2021

We enjoyed the experience of cooking with Chef Marc, family and friends--all remotely. Chef Marc made an admirable attempt at making it personal by checking frequently on progress, The atmosphere was really friendly. Camera angles and demonstrations made it easy to learn although we never felt we had the dough quite right. Chef Marc had practical suggestions for additional fillings and leftover dough. This was a great substitute to going out to dinner.

Brian

28 Feb 2021

Marc was great!

Dave

27 Feb 2021

great experience. personable chef, entertaining, instructive will be happy to do this again

Jaclyn

27 Feb 2021

Thank you!

Nicole

27 Feb 2021

Such a fun class! Chef Marc is a friendly host and demonstrated everything clearly. The empanadas we made turned out great and we will definitely make them again! Highly recommended!

Susan

27 Feb 2021

Great recipes!!!

Margaret

27 Feb 2021

Marc was great, very personable and good pacing of the class. Would definitely try another with him.

Jennifer

27 Feb 2021

Super friendly and patient. Meal was delicious!

Paloma

26 Feb 2021

So much fun and the meal was delicious!

Jason

26 Feb 2021

Fun, personable, and a good teacher on the cooking process.

Alex

25 Feb 2021

Thanks for Marc bring us this great experience. I love the Italian Risotto we made. The Panna Cotta is still in fridge and I cannot wait to have a try now.

Heidi

25 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was great! He gave great instructions ahead of time for prep and patiently walked us through the recipes. The meal was delicious, too!

Emma

22 Feb 2021

It was a wonderful choice to spend a socially-distanced Valentine's Day taking Chef Marc's class. He is an excellent teacher and a very engaging person. I would recommend this to couples, friends, or families looking for a fun evening.

Ellen

22 Feb 2021

Thought the class was great. Also Chef Marc was very helpful and the food was fabulous. Would highly recommend him.

Gabriel

22 Feb 2021

What great date night plan! Really loved getting to learn from Chef Marc, feel like I was a much better cook by the end. He was able to share such a great balance of cooking with science (measuring precisely, temperature recommendations, etc) and cooking with feeling (you’ll know when potatoes are ready, reduce sauce to your desired thickness). Can’t wait to take another class!

Erin

21 Feb 2021

Loved the experience! Chef Marc was a great instructor. I will definitely recommend this to friends.

Katelyn

21 Feb 2021

Chef Marc clearly knows his risotto. He walked us through all the steps, answering questions along the way, and the result was delicious!!

Katie

21 Feb 2021

Class was great! Marc gave easy to follow instructions and explained everything! We had a lot of fun and the food was delicious!

Prescott

21 Feb 2021

...A very delightful evening with Chef Marc! Dinner was delicious! We would definitely join another class!

Melissa

21 Feb 2021

Awesome!

Beth

21 Feb 2021

Personable and checked in with everyone to make sure that we were all ready before moving to the next step. Encouraged questions

Angie

20 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was personable, helpful, welcoming, and informative. This was my first Cozymeal class and I wish I had done more prep before the class as quite a lot is required! I'm a pretty experienced home cook and it still felt like the pace was quite fast, but his welcoming nature made the class pleasant despite some busy moments. I'd recommend this class because of Chef Marc, and I'll look for some of his other classes to sign up for.

Stephanie

20 Feb 2021

We loved "cooking with bourbon" with Chef Marc on Feb 20. He was very prepared and very patient with such a large group. He was happy to answer any question at any time and walked us through every step. The meal was very good. I have never had any luck with baking but, with his class, I managed to produce a perfect lava cake! He was also very personable and engaging. I would love to try other classes with Chef Marc.

Mary

20 Feb 2021

What a fun way to learn a new, delicious recipe! The steps to the recipes were very clear and the steps completed at a good pace. This was our first cooking experience and we loved it!

Jeff

20 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was great. We had a great time cooking with the class. That peach-bourbon sauce is delicious. We are already have plans to cook these dishes for a family gathering.

Ben

20 Feb 2021

We used CozyMeal for a Valentine’s Day cooking class. It was our first virtual class, and we didn’t didn’t know what to expect. Marc was wonderful and has set the bar so high! He was fun, friendly and engaged with all ~15 participants, even over video. He gave clear instructions and often checked in with each of us without being too pushy. Our risotto and panna cotta turned out delicious. I’m glad we decided to take this class and will definitely take another in the future.

S

19 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was fantastic. He was thorough, engaging and patient with our team. Fantastic team building exercise. One week later, I've heard of a few team members making the recipes again on their own. Thanks!

Glenn

18 Feb 2021

Thank you for a fantastic afternoon of learning how to make empanadas. My wife and I appreciated the time you took to both teach and supervise our cooking experience. We hope to take another class with you soon. Dick & Deb

Kristin

16 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was awesome! He took the time to check on everyone and interact with us all. He made it an easy and fun experience!

Hope

16 Feb 2021

I absolutely loved this cooking class with Chef Marc. It was a super fun day, and a great Valentine's Day date. The risotto was surprisingly easy to make, and it ended up being one of the best risottos I've ever had! And the Panna Cotta was delicious as well.

Dana

16 Feb 2021

Such a wonderful experience! Chef Marc was very good at teaching and he was easy to follow! Highly recommend and he was very sweet :-)

Laura

16 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was geat! he was on time, communicative and best of all it was a delicious meal. My husband and I were happy to have done our first culinary class with you and we would recommend it and do it again

Adam

15 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was awesome! He was given substitutions on the fly and took it in stride. He was attentive to every one and gave very thoughtful answers. I will definitely book another online session with Chef Marc!

Juliana

15 Feb 2021

Great chef! Great food!

Shelby

15 Feb 2021

Such a great experience and the food was delicious! Chef Marc was easy to follow and made sure everyone was able to keep up with the class.

Mandy

15 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was fantabulous! He explained how to make the risotto and panna cotta throughly. He checked in with participants and asked questions. Engaging and friendly and the best part, yummy food!

glenda

15 Feb 2021

It was great fun!

Mikkel

15 Feb 2021

This was a fantastic couples activity, and we both learned a lot. Chef Marc is very approachable and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!

Jeannie

15 Feb 2021

Chef Marc had a fun energy and was excellent at answering questions and providing real-time examples throughout the class. You could tell that he really enjoys. teaching. Our dishes came out delicious, and we'll definitely use the recipe again.

Alejandro

14 Feb 2021

Great class, simple instructions, and a great meal. Thank you!

Ashtar

14 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was great and the risotto was to die for! This was such a fun thing to do, highly recommend!

Priscilla

14 Feb 2021

Had an amazing and seamless experience cooking risotto for the first time. He provided clear instructions on how to prepare ahead of time and walked us through step by step giving us visuals on what the risotto should look like. He was very engaged and made the class super fun! Not to mention the risotto was DELICIOUS! Will definitely be making this from now on. I would highly recommend Chef Marc and this cooking class!

Danine

14 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was amazing. He was very easy to follow, extremely engaged, and I'd cook with him anytime!

Carrie

14 Feb 2021

Fantastic experience. Friendly, engaging, and supportive. Checked in often throughout process to make sure everyone was on track. Invited questions and very responsive.

Jo

13 Feb 2021

The recipe directions were not complete. There was no mention to add more water, actually quite a bit was needed, and no mention of kneading for 10 minutes. 1 teaspoon of salt should list as table salt. I was disappointed in the focaccia bread - dry and tough but I guess that was the problem with the cook and not the instructor. The pesto rosso was delicious !! All in all, it was a fun experience and we enjoyed the group and our instructor Marc. Thank you.

Chris

13 Feb 2021

We took the "Date Night in Paris" course with Chef Marc! It was an incredible Valentine's Day meal and Chef Marc did an awesome job guiding us through every step! We are already talking about what course to take next!

Mel

13 Feb 2021

My husband and I had a great time making empanadas today with Chef Marc! He was very attentive and answered all questions. I will take another class with him.

Kristin

12 Feb 2021

This was a great class! It was well paced and Marc is an excellent teacher. I would recommend it to anyone. Thanks for a fun experience and wonderful empanadas.

Qersland

10 Feb 2021

The class was very informative, and gave me enough time to follow along without feeling rushed, or feeling like there was tons of down time with nothing to do. Overall very impressed!

Mario

10 Feb 2021

Really fun! First time making empanadas and came out great!

Amanda

10 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was a fantastic teacher. He interacted with us and shared with us the history of empanadas. Our meal was delicious and we can’t wait to make them again!

Katy

07 Feb 2021

Paced well, answered questions well, had fun with the different groups participating.

Kathryn

02 Feb 2021

Chef Marc was very comfortable to work with. He is attentive to each of his students and invites questions. He always gives lots of ideas and feedback; encourages his students to get creative. Thanks for a wonderful class.

Alyssa

31 Jan 2021

Chef Marc was extremely knowledgable, friendly, and helpful. Thank you Chef Mark!

Allyson

29 Jan 2021

Marc’s class was fun, informative and enjoyable. We’re already looking to book our next class!

Jun

29 Jan 2021

very kind, friendly, and helpful!

Andreas

29 Jan 2021

What a fun time!

Rithu

28 Jan 2021

Had an amazing time in Marc's class! It was a fun experience and our dishes came out great. He's patient teacher :)

Aidan

28 Jan 2021

Had a very unique issue that Chef Marc was very helpful with. The course was fun, the food was great, Marc was awesome. Super kind. Helpful. And the food was great too!

Maddie

27 Jan 2021

This is not a review for Chef Marc but rather a review for Cozymeal in general. I was supposed to attend a virtual cooking class with Chef Marc on Saturday 1/23 but was sent the Zoom link for a class that had already occurred on 1/22, which of course was an expired link. I have emailed them and followed up again within the past several days and have yet to hear a response. So far my experience with Cozymeal has reflected poor customer service and wasted money...again, this is a review for Cozymeal and not Chef Marc, as we were looking forward to attend his class!

Evelyn

25 Jan 2021

Chef Marc was warm and friendly! And he obviously knows his craft very well. He explained why we were doing things as we did them. One piece of constructive feedback that I didn't want to affect his rating: He sent an email the day of the lesson telling us to pre-portion and pre-chop all our ingredients. However, we were all working that day, so those of us who weren't able to finish up early were behind by the time we got on the call. It made the experience a little more stressful than I had hoped. It would be great if Cozymeal would email us directly a couple of days before, maybe sending a full ingredient list for shopping and notifying us that we should pre-chop everything.

William

24 Jan 2021

Marc's instructions were very clear and the meal was delicious!

Pat

23 Jan 2021

The class was extremely good. We had so much fun. Taught very well

Suzanne

23 Jan 2021

Great class that is really easy to follow. Marc is an excellent instructor and the risotto was so tasty!

Tracey

23 Jan 2021

Such a great class. Chef Marc sent out an email before the class to make sure everyone was prepared and ready. The pace of the class was perfect and Chef Marc was responsive to questions, warm and friendly. This was my first class and I am looking forward to booking more. I highly recommend Chef Marc!

MeeDeessa

23 Jan 2021

Great experience. I would take more classes with Chef Marc.

Katie

23 Jan 2021

We had such an amazing time & would highly recommend!! Not only was the food delicious (& local, organic), but Chef Marc and his wife were so nice and knowledgeable. Despite these uncertain and challenging times, they took extra safety precautions and made sure we were comfortable. We will definitely remember this experience. Thank you both!!!

Trisha

22 Jan 2021

Fun class and the empanadas actually came out tasty! Recommend prepping your ingredients beforehand. Chef Marc was very patient and explained things well.

Kerstin

22 Jan 2021

Great lesson and very good host. The risotto and panna cotta were amazing and I'll definitely make them again.

Tracey

21 Jan 2021

Marc was a great teacher. The chicken we made is the best chicken I have had in a long time! I cannot wait to take another class with Marc.

Bailey

21 Jan 2021

The class was great, Chef Marc is very helpful and engaging, and made sure everyone successfully executed his recipes. The pesto rosso is a new family favorite, we were literally eating it by the spoonful. He also taught us multiple ways to serve the pesto recipe - as a dip and as a pasta sauce, and flavors to pair with it.

Kerri

19 Jan 2021

What a wonderful experience, thank you Chef Marc! There was ample opportunity for questions and Chef Marc made sure everyone was up to speed and knew what was happening next. And best of all, the empanadas were delicious!

Mike

18 Jan 2021

Great recipes and pleasant, calm guidance. This was a memorable and creative holiday gift!

Katie

18 Jan 2021

Fantastic!! Food tasted so great

Karen

17 Jan 2021

We loved it! We were gifted this online cooking class and enjoyed it so much! Chef Marc was engaging and provided easy to follow directions to ensure our meal turned out just right! Would highly recommend to others. We will definitely choose another class to participate in again.

Tina

17 Jan 2021

Fun class. Very interactive and delicious!

Jana

17 Jan 2021

Awesome class!

Sandra

17 Jan 2021

Food was not seasoned well so it lacked flavour. Instructor wasn't overly personable and there was little to no interactions between participants.

Deb

16 Jan 2021

Great class!

Cameron

13 Jan 2021

Marc was fantastic

Jason and Jenelle

10 Jan 2021

It was a great experience. Our chef Marc was great and explained everything perfectly.

Matthew

09 Jan 2021

Hi Chef Marc - Thanks for a great empanada class

Spencer

08 Jan 2021

Amazing class, Marc was very helpful and informative, nothing felt rushed, and he even went over time a little bit to help us finish off. And the empanadas tasted great!

Andrea

04 Jan 2021

We enjoyed the cooking lesson. Chef Marc explained things well and the food was delicious!

Bethany

04 Jan 2021

Excellent fun with Collogues!

Bethany

04 Jan 2021

Excellent fun with Collogues!

Justin

04 Jan 2021

Chef Marc was a great instructor. He was very clear with his directions, and very helpful if someone wasn't quite getting the hang of it. Definitely recommend!

susan

03 Jan 2021

Fun class

susan

03 Jan 2021

Friendly.. explained directions well.. think it’s expected that people should review recipe prior to class lol so some delays not in his control another reason why maybe 5 min at beginning to review what u should have in front of you and maybe 5 min added to end for questions. It little short to complete 2 entrees 10 more min would have been perfect .. I would recommend this class! He did a great job!! Thank you

Ellen

02 Jan 2021

Wonderful chef and class! The recipes were amazing too!

Heather

02 Jan 2021

Awesome class! This was my first time doing a virtual cooking class and I wasn’t sure what it would be like, but Chef Marc was great and easy to follow. The risotto and panna cotta recipes turned out amazing! Highly recommend.

Lindsay

01 Jan 2021

Chef Marc and his wife Simona were fantastic hosts and teachers! My partner and I had an amazing time learning to make pasta for the first time. Marc and Simona were very experienced and answered all our questions. I would recommend the Trip to Italy class to anyone who's looking to learn some new skills and have a fun interactive dining experience!

Gina

01 Jan 2021

Good class.

Elizabeth

01 Jan 2021

Lots of fun! Delicious food that came out well. Marc was great at answering all of our questions and catching us up if we were a little behind.

Amy

01 Jan 2021

Marc was a great teacher! He answered everyone’s questions, made us all feel comfortable, and helped us make a delicious meal of empanadas!

Lisa

01 Jan 2021

Chef Marc's class was very well run and a fun experience. You can tell he is very knowledgeable and he explains each step as he goes, allowing folks to catch up if needed. We enjoyed the risotto very much and will definitely sign up for another of his classes.

Joseph

30 Dec 2020

Excellent teacher. Chef Marc has his recipes down to a science. The risotto was amazing.

Brooke

30 Dec 2020

Fun night making empanadas! Would highly recommend.

Kristina

30 Dec 2020

The focaccia making class was excellent! Chef Marc was very knowledgable and patient with all our questions. Highly recommend!

Andrea

28 Dec 2020

Chef Marc was friendly and helpful. The camera over the pan needs to be more clear and we were unable to pin to the screen. It would be helpful if Marc was able to look at each of our cameras to see the food we were making and give us some tips.

Keith

27 Dec 2020

Very clear and flexible. Chef Marc is very knowledgeable and provided detailed alternatives based on dietary needs. He was very organized and had a great teaching style.

Aunt Betsy and Uncle Steve

27 Dec 2020

Marc was patient and fun and explained things well

Aunt

27 Dec 2020

We really enjoyed the cooking class and the risotto was great! We had made risotto a few days earlier and there was no comparison. This one was so much better and it was fun to see our family while creating the dishes.

Brittanee

27 Dec 2020

Chef mark was awesome! He took was very thorough and interactive! Definitely would do again

Doug

27 Dec 2020

The experience was pleasant and the meal was wonderful. For anyone that is new to this I strongly recommend preparing the ingredients ahead of time. Cut up any items that you can and measure and have ready and items that you can before the class begins.

Liz

27 Dec 2020

Chef Marc was helpful and patient. It was the best risotto I’ve ever had!

Bob

26 Dec 2020

It was a great experience. Marc was able to guide all of us through the preparation of Panna Cota, and Risotto with wild mushroom and Italian Sausage. Guidance was clear, all questions answered with easy to understand explanations. The finished dishes were outstanding.

Robert

26 Dec 2020

Marc did a good job and the meal was delicious-i am not an experienced cook and it was easy to follow along

Jonathan

26 Dec 2020

Marc was great. Very patient with our multi-generational family and the finished product was delicious.

Mayank

26 Dec 2020

Chef was amazing.

Randy

25 Dec 2020

Chef Marc was great and helped us finish our meal even though we were very slow. Very patient and thorough- thanks!

Ebony

24 Dec 2020

Chef Marc was a great host to our evening of Empanada making. He is patient, informative and gives cultural significance to the experience. You won't be disappointed!

Bailey

24 Dec 2020

Chef Marc was very helpful and patient- we had a great time and ate extremely well!!

Connor

23 Dec 2020

Such a wonderful experience. Thanks so much to Chef Marc!

Arielle

23 Dec 2020

He was lovely! Very patient and answered all our questions

Everett

21 Dec 2020

Awesome Job !! Marc was very engaging and understanding. The food turned out great!

K

21 Dec 2020

My work chose to do a cooking class for the team Christmas party this year. The experience with Chef Marc was fantastic! My 10-year old daughter joined in as well and we both agreed that the recipe was fairly easy to follow, the food was delicious, and we had a great time. Thanks Chef Marc!

Allan

20 Dec 2020

Chef Marc is a great instructor. He was able to explain and demonstrate clearly that we can understand.

Jaygiri

18 Dec 2020

I am zero when it comes to cooking but with chef Marc’s help it felt like there is a cook inside me! I still can’t believe that I made such a testy Risotto and Panna Cotta!

Chante

17 Dec 2020

This was fun!

Sam

17 Dec 2020

Chef Marc Good pace, good views, great insights and a real tasty recipe. Your style is made for this world. Thanks for sharing..

Rachel

14 Dec 2020

Chef Marc was knowledgable, flexible and patient! We will definitely be taking more classes!

Brittany

20 Nov 2020

Chef Marc and his partner Simona were fantastic hosts for our experience. It's immediately clear that Chef Marc has a comprehensive culinary knowledge, being true to authentic ingredients and recipes, while teaching in a way that is simple and intuitive. It was a lot of fun with the hands-on experience of making fresh pasta dough, and the end results of our meal - all three courses - were absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend doing a class with Chef Marc to others, and we will very likely do another as well. (Also of note - Chef Marc and Simona were very respectful of social distance and hygiene precautions/masking)

EVA

31 Oct 2020

Such a special dinner for my sister’s 50th birthday. Dining outside with our small group was COVID-safe and a great way to celebrate. Marc’s dinner was delicious and plentiful even for my teens-everyone loved it. He and his assistant arriving right on time and left the kitchen spotless. I would definitely choose Marc again.

Giovanni

22 Oct 2020

We could not have asked for a better, more authentic experience than what Chef Marc provided. We felt like we were getting the inside park into a true family recipe. Food is clearly important in Marc’s households and it was a pleasure getting to see a glimpse into his world. 10/10 will do it again.

George

19 Oct 2020

Chef Marc and his partner Simona(sp?) were fantastic! Super friendly and attentive while also taking many precautions to keep the evening safe (masks, cleaning services, keeping distance while we ate). Food was awesome! Squid was freshly picked up from the local market off the santa cruz pier. Tiramisu was bomb! Pasta was delicious with a pistachio pesto

Kelly

20 Sep 2020

Chef Marc and his meal were amazing. The whole experience - taste, details, plating, service - exceeded our expectations. Would definitely do again!

Elisha

11 Sep 2020

Chef Marc was amazing! Marc and his assistant were on time and had everything ready. The food was absolutely amazing and it was really neat to learn the background, family touch, and how it’s best served abroad! We are very clean, but Marc and his assistant did an amazing job at making sure everything was perfectly clean when they left. They also took all trash with them. We look forward to booking another experience with Chef Marc.

Gary

15 Aug 2020

Chef Marc was on time, and cooked our meal to perfection! Each dish was prepared in a most excellent and delicious fashion, and served with an explanation behind the history of each dish. Service was awesome, and the clean up was complete and spotless! My wife and I had a super experience to remember! ??

Garth

23 Jul 2020

Chef Marc was a fantastic host and teacher. The food was fantastic, and Chef Marc made everything seem perfectly easy to understand and reproduce at home. It was also fun to pick his brain about the food and wine in different regions of Spain and learn more about Spanish cuisine in general. My girlfriend and I both had a great time. Highly recommended.

Emanuela

20 Jul 2020

We had such a good time with Marc (and his wife Simona!). The calamari soup was incredible, a simple dish that we can make at home, but one that packs so much flavor. The pesto tasted so fresh. The whole experience was really fun, inviting, and we learned a lot.

Marie

19 Jul 2020

Marc and his girlfriend were great hosts and Marc was a great teacher. He not only taught me how to do those Spanish dishes but also gave me more general cooking tips which I really appreciated. The dishes were soooo good, especially the paella. I would definitely recommend.

John

13 Jun 2020

Marc showed us a lot practical techniques and tips that we cant wait to put in practice. The class was really informative and the food was delicious!

Zoe

30 May 2020

Chef Marc is great. The paella was delicious and I finally learned how to fry potatoes correctly.

Nick

15 Mar 2020

Marc and his girlfriend provided us with an amazing class and experience cooking Paella! ? We learned so many cooking skills, about his culture and can't wait to give it a shot ourselves! Highly recommend!

Rachel

24 Feb 2020

This was a great class! Chef Marc is super knowledgeable and good at answering our questions. I learned way more than I have at other cooking classes because he not only told us what to do, but also explained why certain steps were important (or not important) and how the same techniques could apply to other recipes. And at the end, the food was delicious!!

natasha

22 Feb 2020

Amazing exceptional cooking class!! Loved ir

Oliver

31 Jan 2020

Marc was very friendly and knowledgable. He was patient and educated us through the entire process. It was very hands on and we are now planning to take his Italian Class. The ingredients were fresh! We saved the recipe and will continue to use it.

Irene

20 Jan 2020

Chef Marc was a wonderful host! Even as relatively inexperienced chefs, we felt relaxed and engaged the whole evening. All 3 courses were delicious and timed perfectly! I felt like we learned a ton and would absolutely take another class with him again. All the ingredients were fresh and measured out precisely in advance. The recipes are authentic but also uncomplicated enough that I can actually imagine us cooking them again in own our kitchen. There were 6 guests and in some cases we each took turns going through the steps, but the group was small enough that I didn't feel like I was missing any part of the meal making experience. Huge thank you to Marc and Simona for a wonderful evening!

Gabe

19 Dec 2019

Chef Marc was great! Not only did we learn about Spanish cuisine, but he also had great tips on cooking in general, from cutting vegetables to the use of high heat. Would recommend to anyone, especially for the dessert - it's amazing.

Steve

15 Dec 2019

Had a great class, meal and time at Chef Marc’s. My wife and I would highly recommend. He was patient, a great teacher and made it both interesting and fun. We felt very comfortable from the start and we appreciated the passion and family recipes shared. To cap it all off, the meal was absolutely amazing (taste of Italy). Great experience all around celebrating our anniversary!

Alex

14 Dec 2019

My boyfriend and I had the best time cooking with Chef Marc. He taught us new techniques that we’ll bring back to our own cooking as well as shared some fun, new recipes that we’ll definitely try! Overall, we had the best experience cooking and getting to know Chef Marc and Simona, and would recommend them to anyone and everyone!! 5 stars!

Zack

14 Dec 2019

Marc was fun and gave us a nice taste of Spanish cooking. He was very welcoming and informative.

Dongyoun

28 Nov 2019

My girlfriend and I booked this class to celebrate our anniversary, and this was definitely a great choice for us. Chef Marc was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about Spanish cooking and tradition. We really appreciated that he taught us how to make authentic Spanish dishes. His teaching style is flexible and caters to the individual's skill level, and he's able to walk us through the steps in a methodical and easy to understand manner. His apartment is in a great location in SF, easy to access and has a really nice view of the city. Above all, his selection of dishes were excellent and we had a really delicious meal.

Cassondra

27 Oct 2019

Marc was a fantastic teacher and host to my boyfriend and I. Taking his Paella class was our first experience with CozyMeal, and I think I am forever ruined by the outstanding location, authentic and delicious food, and great conversation and friendliness of Marc and Simona. I highly recommend this class with this chef! Marc coached my boyfriend and I through the entire meal-making process. The results were amazing - and not because we are good cooks. This class would be great for cooks of all levels. Thank you Marc and Simona, for making us feel welcome and comfortable.

A'

26 Oct 2019

This was a wonderful experience. The food was exceptional, very tasty and healthy. Presentation beautiful and service professional. Truly enjoyed hearing about Chef Marc’s background and the authentic cuisines. He also cleaned the kitchen afterwards. We were impressed to say the least.

Ali

13 Oct 2019

Amazing time with Chef Marc. My gf and I enjoyed his hospitality, passion for food, and good humor throughout the class. Would highly recommend to anyone!

Jeff

09 Oct 2019

Loved it! Great teaching, loved the stories about the family recipes. Wonderful date idea :)

Allen

08 Oct 2019

Chef Marc was great, he had my girlfriend and I, and another couple at his place in SF and we made a Spanish and Catalan dish. I especially liked how he went over the history of the cuisine and the history of how each dish played a role in Spanish/Catalan history. He was great at teaching us and showing and modeling what we need to do.

Robert

31 Aug 2019

There were 4 of us at Chef Marc's - all agreed it was quite a unique experience. Marc is a young chef from Barcelona where his family has owned restaurants for several decades. We made Paella the authentic way they do in Barcelona - no short cuts and everything was precise. The resulting meal was delicious. Better yet, while we have been to many cooking schools and classes all over the world, we still managed to learn several great ideas and techniques from Marc. We highly recommend this experience. Best with a small group (2 would be ideal although our 4 worked fine).

Diane

30 Aug 2019

He was great and very welcoming. We loved cooking with him.

Mark

29 Aug 2019

Marc was great. Four of us for dinner at his apartment cooking paella! Really enjoyed our time together.

Kelly Perlangeli

24 Aug 2019

Marc was excellent! He made us feel right at home. His techniques and teaching were very easy to follow. He spoke about the ingredients and how the meal comes together. He had us cook everything and just gently guided us. The meal was absolutely delicious. We will be booking another class with Marc.

Grace

23 Aug 2019

Marc and Simona were excellent teachers and hosts. Thank you so much!

Sharon

22 Aug 2019

Excellent, friendly and very informative. We ended the evening sharing the wonderful food we made. Would definitely like to learn from Chef Marc again!

David

15 Aug 2019

Had a great time with Marc. He has a simple kitchen (in a great apt) and it was fun to pull together such a tasty me with his guidance and watchful eye. He focuses on recipes that you can actually cook again...simply recipes with techniques he helps you master during the class. Would recommend his class. Definitely want to cook the menu again!

Melissa

15 Aug 2019

Marc and his girlfriend/sous chef Simone (hope I spelled that correctly) are awesome! My husband and I had a wonderful time learning to make paella, patatas bravas, and pan de tomate in their lovely home. Marc did a great job teaching us and another couple, giving enough encouragement and instructions for us to feel comfortable without ever being critical. I learned a lot about Spain and Spanish food, and would definitely book again. Thank you!

Jyoti

06 Aug 2019

Chef Marc is a great cook and a good instructor. He made the cooking experience homely and fun. I appreciated how Chef Marc had accommodated our food restrictions. The dishes were very tasty.

Allison

02 Aug 2019

Thank you Marc for welcoming us into your home and preparing an approachable, delicious paella meal! We loved learning about the background on the dish, and the method was very well organized for us to be able to make it again soon!

Ryan

14 Jul 2019

Delicious food, very warm and welcoming environment, fantastic experience!

serena

12 Jul 2019

Great night...when chef found out we didn't eat seafood he was able to switch gears on a dime...the food was amazing and the instruction was hands on! Totally recommend!

Phong

23 Jun 2019

Chef Marc and his wife were the best hosts! Their apartment was beautiful and had an amazing view of downtown SF! He took the time to carefully demonstrate and explain every step, having each of us participate hands-on. He's very friendly and easy to talk to. I would highly recommend booking with Chef Marc if you're looking for a fun evening.

Alex

17 Jun 2019

I bought Cozymeal for my girlfriend's birthday this month and the experience exceeded both of our expectations. Chef Marc walked us through the entire cooking process for the tapas & paella as well as answering our questions along the way. He provided us with a lot of knowledge from his experience as a Chef in Barcelona and taught us a few cooking tricks. Overall, he had us do a majority of the cooking and the food turned out absolutely amazing. It was a great, relaxing, intimate environment and we would definitely recommend to any of our friends.

William

19 May 2019

Great Time!

William

19 May 2019

Great Time!

William

19 May 2019

Great Time!

Laura

15 May 2019

Marc was an excellent host and he taught us how to make such great tapas and seafood paella! Such a treat. I would recommend this experience highly to anyone with a love for cooking and those seeking a unique and intimate cooking class. My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our time in San Francisco along with a lovely couple and Chef Marc. Comida fantastico! Y buena tiempo para todos.

Nadia

11 May 2019

Such a great, yummy experience! Chef Marc was lovely and so was his apartment!

Ismael

07 May 2019

Great host and instructor. Friendly chef that creates a great hands on learning experience

James

28 Apr 2019

Chef Marc was a wonderful host. He was professional, an insightful teacher, and his recipe was fantastic.

Jordan

25 Apr 2019

Loved the class! Chef Marc was super kind and made the experience very comfortable as if we were cooking in our own kitchen. He taught us new cooking tips & tricks. Best paella ever!

David

19 Apr 2019

Chef Marc provided an excellent cooking experience for myself and a few other guests. He was extremely knowledgeable and skilled in the kitchen, and on top of teaching us the delicious recipes the hands-on lesson gave us some new tips and tricks in the kitchen and broadened our understanding of the ingredients. Marc also provided a lot of fantastic background on Spanish and Catalan cuisine and culture, which was very interesting. He was a fantastic host and I'd definitely return for another class.

Gabrial

04 Apr 2019

We had a fantastic experience. It was fun working with Chef Marc. He was great at explaining everything and what we needed to do. He kept us moving and entertained the entire time. The meal turned out fantastic as well. My other team members and I are already looking into other Cozymeal experiences for when we get back home.

Glenna

31 Mar 2019

Chef Marc was amazing and patient. Very detail oriented and the food did not disappoint! Clean & comfortable setting and we look forward to our next lesson.

Grayson

31 Mar 2019

Highly suggest booking Marc’s class. Not only did we learn how to cook some great food, but the evening felt like a night spent with dear friends. A pleasant surprise which is not included in the description is many of the recipes come from or are inspired by his Italian girlfriend Simona’s Grandmother, so you are getting a very authentic experience. All the recipes use minimal ingredients but come together in spectacular fashion. Thank you again Marc and Simona, my girlfriend was very impressed with this unique date experience.

Liz

28 Mar 2019

Chef Marc was superb. My boyfriend and I were celebrating our anniversary and wanted something more special than dining at a restaurant. So glad we picked a cooking class with Chef Marc because it was educational, fun and delicious! Ingredients were very fresh. Loved the recipes. He even surprised us with a special dessert to celebrate. Would highly highly recommend cooking with Chef Marc.

Esteban

15 Mar 2019

Chef Marc was awesome - he explained all the intricacies of making paella and since his family is in the business in Barcelona it was a super authentic experience. Very glad I took the class - thank you!

Aditya

13 Mar 2019

I booked this class as a birthday present for my girlfriend and we absolutely loved our experience! We were not sure about what we were getting into at first, but the concept and description of a private cooking class seemed intriguing. The class was held in Chef Marc's beautiful apartment (located in SF's financial district) which has an amazing view and cozy feel. His girlfriend was also joined our class and helped make the experience very comfortable. Chef Marc talked us through all the recipes (the Tiramisu is his girlfriend's recipe--so tasty!) and was really patient as my girlfriend and I went through all the steps of making handmade pesto pasta. After finishing the food preparation process, we were seated at the table while Chef Marc served us the food we had just made. We started off with the Spanish Omelette (substituted for the Calamari Stew as I requested this at the time of booking), followed by the Pesto Pasta (I think it's the best pesto we've ever had) and finished the meal off with the Tiramisu. Every dish was perfectly portioned for the 2 of us and tasted amazing. I would highly recommend this experience as a gift for a loved one or just a fun way to learn how to cook tasty food with a friend!

Diana

03 Mar 2019

Marc was super welcoming and passionate about cooking. His house was nice and homey. My boyfriend and I chose to take his Paella class to experience a dish that we’ve never really had before as we both enjoy cooking and try new foods. Marc took his time to explain his reasoning for why he chose certain ingredients and the techniques. Had a chance to prepare and clean squid for the first time! We are already planning to make one of the tapas ourselves to start. This class definitely made me want to visit Barcelona in the future :) We look forward to attending another class of Chef Marc’s to continue learning from him.

Sam

03 Mar 2019

I booked a "Cooking Class - Trip to Italy" as a BD gift for my husband. I had to reschedule the class, but Chef Marc was so flexible and nice to find him another available spot. My husband really enjoyed the class, especially learning how to make pesto sauce. Thanks Chef Mark :)

Melanie

02 Mar 2019

We had a wonderful evening learning to cook authentic Italian food! Marc & Simona were so kind. Thank you so much! We look forward to coming back to San Francisco someday and would love to try more!

grace

19 Feb 2019

Chef Marc was wonderful, fun and engaging. He allowed us to both sit back and sip wine while also encouraged us to put our bodies into the pasta making! He was eager to answer all our cooking questions and helped teach us 4 yummy plates (pasta, calamari, frittata, and tiramisu). Was such a great time with my coworkers. Thanks again, Marc!

Dana

18 Feb 2019

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time at Marc's cooking class. Not only was he a great chef, he gave us insightful cooking tips from how to cut the ingredients to where you should buy the most fresh seafood. He is also very inviting and hospitable. Highly recommend! Thank you Chef Marc!!

Clint

15 Feb 2019

Marc was hospitable, friendly, knowledgeable and fun! He made sure we felt at home and the food we made was incredibly delicious! My wife and I went for a valentine’s date and had an lovely time.

Meghan

11 Feb 2019

Marc's class was fabulous! We had such a great time learning to cook patatas bravas, pan con tomate and seafood paella. Very simple dishes that were made even more delicious with little tricks and tips Marc guided us through along the way. He was extremely knowledgable and professional, yet adaptable to my crazy crew. Great experience!

Heath

09 Feb 2019

Fantastic evening! Chef Marc was welcoming, friendly, and taught us some great techniques! And the meal was delicious!

Jocelyn

05 Feb 2019

Chef Marc was really friendly and had great tips. My boyfriend and I really enjoyed the class. We had a blast making pasta and can't wait to do it at home. The tiramisu is my favorite, and I can't believe how easy it is to make at home! Highly recommend!

Winston

26 Jan 2019

We had a fantastic time at Chef Marc's place. His experience cooking in professional kitchens was evident, and throughout the meal, he shared tips that I could use in my daily cooking. Food was delicious and felt like something I could do on my own after the class, which is exactly what I wanted. In addition to being very professional, he's also a very good host. His stories were entertaining and his apartment was very well set up for a 5-star meal. Would definitely recommend.

Lauren

23 Jan 2019

I bought this as a gift to my sister for Christmas and we both had a wonderful time! Both Marc and his girlfriend Simona were really hands on and answered all of our questions. It was great having a small group and everyone got a chance to contribute to the meal. The food turned out amazing and now we have some new recipes we can take home to try. We will definitely be attending another Cozymeal experience!

Aaron

22 Jan 2019

Chef Marc has an intuitive knowledge of Catalan cuisine and is an enthusiastic educator. We prepared a delicious meal and really enjoyed our evening in his apartment.

Kira

19 Jan 2019

My fiance and I had a wonderful time learning how to cook Paella with Chef Marc! Chef Marc was welcoming and knowledgeable, his apartment was adorable, and the food was delicious. Along with Paella we also learned how to make pan con tomate and patatas bravas, and about the culture behind the cuisine. We can't wait to try these at home. Would highly recommend!

Aashna

23 Dec 2018

My friend and I had an incredible experience on our "Trip to Italy" with Chef Marc. His apartment was very cute, clean, and welcoming and we really enjoyed talking to him and his girlfriend about their backgrounds and families in Barcelona and Italy. All of the ingredients were fresh, organic, and beautiful, and Chef Marc talked us through manageable recipes and techniques that we could do on our own at home. We particularly enjoyed making our own pasta and the absolutely delicious fresh pesto sauce we made together. We were also very excited to hear that we'd be making tiramisu from Marc's native Italian girlfriend's "heirloom" family recipe -- it was amazing. Would absolutely recommend Chef Marc and I plan to do another class with him myself. Great company, great food, great space, and lots of value for a reasonable price.

Ron

15 Dec 2018

Chef Marc did a great job. My girlfriend and I signed up for his “Trip to Italy” and it exceeded expectations. The food was amazing at it was hands on all the way. But that is expected, the extra was Marc comments on cooking in general. Products to use, approach to prepping and stories that added color to the dinner. We would do it again RonO

Leah

12 Dec 2018

We had a fantastic time with Chef Marc—the good was amazing!

Joey

27 Nov 2018

Chef Marc was great! He was ready when we arrived and organized in his execution. Highly recommend!

Sonia

15 Nov 2018

This was our first class with Cozymeal and Chef Marc made us feel right at home. All of the food was incredibly delicious! Chef Marc let us be as hands on as we felt comfortable, yet also took the reigns so that we could eat and enjoy our food while the paella was cooking. All of the ingredients were fresh and tasted amazing. His apartment had an incredible city view, and the kitchen and dining space were clean and nicely set up which all led to an incredible ambiance for learning how to cook some tasty food! We had a great time cooking with Chef Marc and highly recommend taking one of his classes!

Allison

11 Nov 2018

Great experience. We enjoyed the evening. Highly recommend.

Anna

09 Nov 2018

We had a wonderful experience! Marc was very welcoming. The food was delicious!

Megan

09 Nov 2018

Marc was fantastic! We had so much fun during this dinner. He took the time to teach us how to make the meal but also let us observe while he worked his magic. The food was amazing and he even gave us printed instructions so we could remake the meal at home. I will definitely book him for another cooking class!

James

05 Nov 2018

Wonderful experience in a homey environment! Marc not only taught us how to make paella, but he also taught us about the culture behind it all. Would come again!

Kenn

29 Oct 2018

I never dared to cook Paella before meeting Chef Marc. It seemed like a complicated, meticulous dish that took a long time to make. These are exactly the preconceived notions that Chef Marc wants to break! He teaches you a simple and easy way to make authentic Spanish style Seafood Paella that is so packed with flavor that you will think you had died and gone to Spain! Along with the paella, we also had a Seasonal Tomato Salad with burrata and olives. Super fresh and super tasty! I also loved his Patatas Bravas! Perfectly cooked potatoes-- crunchy and savory on the outside and soft and pillowy inside. To finish, an amazing Catalan-style Caramelized Custard Cream! Sweet, smooth, rich and creamy with a hint of citrus. Deadly! Chef Marc cares passionately about his traditional Spanish cuisine, his ingredients and his food. He takes a lot of care to make sure you take away the best of his knowledge, techniques, his heritage and of course, his cooking! Have some wonderful paella on his balcony overlooking the Embarcadero and the Bay!

Guest reviews for Chef Marc

Simon

26 Dec 2019

I have been trying nearly all Chef Marc recipes, I loved everything. His cooking skills are amazing. Marc thought me a great deal about Spanish and Italian culinary culture. His cooking is very authentic and traditional and his paella is the best I have ever had!

Mark

26 Dec 2019

Chef Marc taught my wife and I how to prepare a delicious paella. He explained all the secrets and culture behind this dish and made it so easy. He uses his authentic Spanish recipe and it's very tasty, like if you were in Barcelona! He is such an amazing host and made us have an awesome experience. I would highly recommend!

Justin

04 Dec 2019

We are very glad we took Chef Marc's class. The food was delicious and he is also an amazing host. We had an incredible time cooking with Chef Marc.

Nicholas

04 Dec 2019

Great instructor and host! We prepared 6 different tapas and they were all delicious. His background in the restaurant industry was great as he provided us with so many tips. We will definitely go back!

Kristell

04 Dec 2019

Chef Marc exceeded my expectations. The class was fantastic and all the dishes we made were very tasty. Highly recommended!

Allison

04 Dec 2019

Chef Marc was born and raised in Spain and it was obvious when we took his paella class. He gave us many tips to succeed and made it look so simple. The result was delicious!

Luis

04 Dec 2019

Chef Marc's Italian class was awesome! He taught us how to make pasta and the pesto sauce was incredible, fresh and simple. I loved the experience and will book again!

Martino

04 Dec 2019

The best tiramisu I have ever had! Chef Marc taught us how to make tiramisu the original way during his amazing class. He was a great host and instructor and the food was fabulous.

Irina

04 Dec 2019

We had Chef Marc cook for 9 of us at an event and the experience was perfect! We made 2 paellas under his supervision and the result was delicious. He broke some myths around paella given that he was born and raised and his family is in the business in Barcelona, very authentic! We will definitely want to organize another event with Chef Marc.

Mark

04 Dec 2019

Chef Marc was very knowledgable and provided a 100% hands-on experience that we all enjoyed. His skills were super and he made it very easy for us to understand, and repeat at home! The food was delicious and very authentic. Highly recommended.

Amanda

04 Dec 2019

Chef's Marc approach to cooking is very easy to follow. He explained the reason behind every single step and made it look extremely easy, the food we prepared was amazing! I highly recommend Chef Marc to learn about cooking!

Martha

04 Dec 2019

This is the second class that I take with Chef Marc and I couldn't be happier. He taught us how to make an amazing paella in no time and he also explained the culture behind paella, where the ingredients come from and why it is important to use the right ingredients and a paella pan. We will definitely come back for a 3rd experience!

Simona S.

09 Nov 2018

Probably the best paella I have ever had! Marc's traditional recipe from his grandmother is much better than any restaurant. Thank you so much again! Simona